Global Command and Control System-Joint

The Global Command and Control System-Joint (GCCS-J) is a Department of Defense Acquisition Category II program operating under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. This command and control system serves as a key information technology backbone for joint military operations. The program encompasses hardware, software, and support services necessary to maintain and enhance global command and control capabilities across military branches.

The federal contract awards associated with GCCS-J range from small hardware purchases under $10,000 to multi-million dollar delivery orders exceeding $6 million, with contract periods typically spanning 12-24 months. Major acquisitions include Oracle servers, Sun Microsystems hardware, Dell equipment, and various software licenses from vendors like Symantec. Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) appears as a significant contractor, particularly for information technology support services through vehicles like SeaPort-e. Contract awards are predominantly issued through the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Defense Contract Management Agency, and various Air Force contracting offices. While most awards have no set-aside designation, some utilize Total Small Business and 8(a) Sole Source set-asides. Primary places of performance include Virginia Beach, Virginia; San Diego, California; and various military installations. The majority of contracts utilize Firm Fixed Price pricing structures, with some Cost Plus Fixed Fee arrangements for larger service contracts.